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USM School of Music Fall 2014 Events Calendar
Friday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m.FACULTY CONCERT SERIES
240 Strings Anastasia Antonacos, piano with Patrick Doane, violin and Ben Noyes, celloThree musicians who grew up and trained in Maine come together for their first collaboration in a program of masterwork piano trios.
Ticket A • Sponsored by the USM School of Music Advisory Board
Saturday, Sept. 27 at 1 p.m.
Old-Fashioned Outdoor Band Concert USM Concert Band; Peter Martin, conductorThe 12th annual afternoon of concert band classics and barbecue lunch is fun for the whole family! Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets.
On The Green in front of Corthell Hall, Gorham campus (In case of rain: Brooks Student Center)
Free • Barbecue begins at noon; cash only • Sponsored by ARAMARK
Friday, Oct. 17 at 8 p.m.FACULTY CONCERT SERIES
Laura Kargul Celebrates 25 Years at USM!Laura Kargul, piano, will celebrate her 25 years at USM with a program of favorite works by Schubert and Brahms, concluding with the brilliant virtuoso masterpiece, Liszt’s great Sonata in B Minor.
Ticket A • Sponsored by Dr. Dahlia and Arthur L. Handman
Sunday, Oct. 26 at 2 p.m.USM Wind EnsemblePeter Martin, conductorTicket B
Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 1 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Spring AwakeningDirected by Edward Reichert • Musical Direction by Kellie MoodyBook & Lyrics by Steven Sater; Music by Duncan SheikBased on the play by Frank WedekindWinner of 8 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Spring Awakening is a provocative journey through the turbulent exhilaration of the teen years. Set in repressive 19th century Germany, where youth are kept ignorant about the hormone-infused transition from adolescence to adulthood, a group of teenagers confront their budding sexuality with scandalous consequences. Featuring an electrifying score, this groundbreaking rock musical exudes passion, angst and rebellion.
Includes mature language and subject matter.
Ticket A • Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution
Saturday, Nov. 8 at 8 p.m.Southern Maine Symphony OrchestraRobert Lehmann, conductorFeaturing Margaret Yauger, USM artist faculty, singing Mahler’s KindertotenliederGorham Middle School Auditorium 106 Weeks Road, Gorham
Ticket B available online and at the door; open seating.
Friday, Nov. 14 at 8 p.m.Vocal Jazz EnsemblesDirected by Taylor O’DonnellTicket B
Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m.USM Jazz EnsembleDirected by Christopher OberholtzerTicket B
Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m.
USM Youth Ensembles Fall Instrumental Concert• Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra;
Robert Lehmann, conductor • Portland Youth Wind Ensemble; Peter Martin, conductor• Portland Youth Junior Orchestra; Ferdinand Liva, conductor• Portland Young People’s String Consort;
Deborah Dabczynski, conductorMerrill Auditorium, Portland
$8/$5 suggested donation at the door; open seating.
Sponsored by Macy’s
Friday, Nov. 21 at 8 p.m.FACULTY CONCERT SERIES
Not Your Grandpa’s Jazz Micah Maurio and Barry Saunders with the Faculty Jazz Ensemble Jazz is about liberation, progress and freedom. In honor of forward progress, this concert will feature a number of original works and fresh arrangements by the USM jazz faculty. Standards are part of our tradition, but this is not your grandpa’s jazz!
Ticket A
Saturday, Nov. 22 at 2 p.m.
USM Youth Ensembles Fall Choral Concert• Southern Maine Youth Chorale;
Rebecca Green, conductor• Southern Maine Children’s Choir;
Paul McGovern, conductorDonations accepted at the door; open seating.
Sponsored by Macy’s
Saturday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m.Opera Scenes ConcertDirected by Ellen ChickeringTicket B
Sunday, Nov. 23 at 2 p.m.USM Concert BandPeter Martin, conductorMcCormack Performing Arts Center 41 Morrill Avenue, Gorham
Ticket B available online and at the door; open seating.
Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Joyous Sounds for a Festive Season USM Chamber Singers; Robert Russell, conductor Celebrate the warmth of the holiday season with the university’s premiere a cappella ensemble.
Williston-Immanuel United Church 156 High Street, Portland
$12 suggested donation at the door or online; open seating.
Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank
Friday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m.
24th Annual Scholarship Gala: More Than A Little Night MusicEnjoy an elegant evening in support of scholarships for USM School of Music students! The More Than A Little Night Music Scholarship Gala will feature an all new format including gourmet food & wine pairings, dessert, an espresso & cappuccino bar, live auction, silent auction, raffle and music all night long from our acclaimed music students.
Abromson Community Education Center, USM Portland Campus
Reservations required • $100 per person • $150 per person to enroll on the Host Committee • Cash Bar • Black Tie optional
For tickets and more information contact Binney Brackett at (207) 780-5003 or [email protected].
Saturday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m.The Fall Composers ShowcaseFeaturing the USM Composers Ensemble and Friends; Directed by Daniel Sonenberg • Free
Tickets and Reservations:Ticket A: $15 general admission, $10 seniors and USM faculty/staff, $5 students
Ticket B: $8 general admission, $5 students and seniors
Events with special pricing are noted. There is no fee for online purchases.
Music Box Office: (207) 780-5555 // TTY: 780-5646.
usm.maine.edu/music/boxofficeCancellations:Changes to event listings will be noted on our website: usm.maine.edu/music. In case of inclement weather, call (207) 780-4800.
Members of the media: visit our Press Room at usm.maine.edu/music/press-room.
Concert Locations:Unless otherwise indicated, all events take place at Corthell Concert Hall on the USM Gorham campus at 37 College Avenue. Free parking for evening and weekend events in student or faculty lots.
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Thanks to Our 2014-2015 Sponsors!Corporate Sponsors
Patron Sponsors
Dr. Dahlia and Arthur L. Handman Drs. John and Elizabeth Serrage USM School of Music Advisory Board
